So one of my resolutions for 2012 is to get back in the habit of reading some quality lit. I was listening to two of my friends discuss books at a party this weekend and realize how far off the wagon I’ve fallen as of late. I’m a sci-fi fantasy type gal, so I would love any recommendations along that line! So far, I have acquired and will be reading:
- Neil Gaiman – The Graveyard Book
- Diana Gabaldon – Outlander
- Marion Zimmer Bradley – Mists of Avalon
- Tim Powers – The Anubis Gate
- Richard Matheson – I Am Legend
- Aldus Huxley – Brave New World
- Philip Pullman – The Golden Compass
- Patrick Rothfuss – The Name of the Wind
- George R.R. Martin – A Game of Thrones (although I’m a bit terrified to start this one before he finishes the series)
I haven’t acquired but plan on it:
- Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett – Good Omens
- H.P. Lovecraft – something… which one is your favorite?
- Phillip K. Dick – Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep
What do you think I should be reading? (And yes, I’ve read The Lord of the Rings. They are amazing, but no, I will not read The Simarillion. Just thought I should throw that out there.)
For those of you also looking for some sci-fi/fantasy love, I found this amazingly hysterical chart. Let the good folks at SFSignal help you decide what to read next!
I just bought the Song of Fire and Ice series, and yeah – me, too – I’m afraid to start it… I’ll never get anything done over my winter vacation!! Hee. ;-p
Hyperion by Dan Simmons is a good one.
Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke is also an excellent but lengthy tome. Worth the effort though.